VOL. 8 NO. 1 ROSARY HILL COLLEGE, BUFFALO, N. Y. OCTOBER 12, 1956 R H C HAS PART IN GIANT CONGRESS Chinese Production Religious, Laity Thousands Throng Civic Stadium To be Staged by RH Unite Efforts “Lute Song” by Kao-Tong- For Festival For Huge C C D Demonstration Kia, which was originally staged Rosary Hill College, taking part in the Tenth National Con­ at the Imperial Court Theater in Sister M. Charles, O.S.F. gress of the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, last week had a 1404, will be presented by a Ros­ served as general chairman of share in the largest gathering of its kind ever assembled in the ary Hill cast under the direction the Franciscan Fall Festival, Diocese of Buffalo. held by the Sisters of Saint The Congress, attended by some 15,000 clergy, religious and of Mr. Joseph Herman on the laity from nations in all parts of the Western Hemisphere, was evenings of Tuesday, November Francis of Stella Niagara for opened September 26 by the Most Rev. Joseph A. Burke, D.D., 13, and Wednesday, November the benefit of their educational Bishop of Buffalo, at a mass meeting in Kleinhans Music Hall. It 14 at Sacred Heart Academy. program. On Saturday and Sun­ ended September 30 with the Pageant of Prayer in Civic Stadium. Adapted for the American day, October 6 and 7, Sacred Participating dignitaries in­ stage by Will Irwin and Sidney Heart Academy played host to cluded His Eminence Francis Howard, “Lute Song” starred large crowds which viewed such Stratford Trip Cardinal Spellman, Archbishop Mary Martin and Yul Brynner varied booths as Treasure of New York; His Eminence when it was presented on Broad­ Island, Zoo Parade, Parcel Post, Planned by Club Emanuel Cardinal Arteaga y way. The play concerns itself Fish Pond, and Kiddie Land. Betancourt, Archbishop of Ha­ with a young scholar who leaves The Sisters who served as co- The English concentration is vana; His Eminence Thomas his family and wife to study chairmen and took charge of the now making plans to visit Strat­ Cardinal Tien, Archbishop of away from home. His new en­ various booths deserve special ford, Ontario next summer, for Peking; the Most Rev. Amleto vironment leads him to success commendation for their weeks a week-end, to see the famous Giovanni Cicognani, Apostolic Record Student Body and into another marriage with of hard and for the most part Shakespearean plays which are Delegate to the United States; Present at Convocation a wealthy princess. He finally unrewarding work. Also worthy performed there. and His Excellency, the Most of special note are Mr. George Sister M. Georgia, O.S.F., has Rev. Msgr. Francesco Roberti, The thirteenth convocation of returns but not until his family and wife are at the point of Navagh, who handled all games announced that a new section to of Rome, personal envoy from Rosary Hill College was held and Mr. Walter Michaelis who the Book Club has been called His Holiness Pope Pius XII. September 26, 1956. Sister An­ starvation. arranged the attractive booths. The Scribblers. This club for The Very Rev. Msgr. Ray­ gela, O.S.F., college president, The play will be set in the convention of the ancient Chi­ Miss Barbara Biondolillo and creative writers will supervise mond F. Herzing, Buffalo di­ was chairman, presiding over Miss Mary Lou Orlando organ­ the publication of “The Alpen­ rector of the Confraternity of the largest student body ill the nese theater in which property ized our efforts on campus. stock.” Christian Doctrine, acted as history of the college. Sister men are on stage changing sets and adjusting properties while general chairman of the Con­ welcomed the entire student gress. The Rev. Patrick J. body with an inspiring message the play is in motion. Woods, assistant director of the in which she pointed out the CCD, was vice-chairman. quick passing of college days Ike Opposes Adali On RHC Campus and the fact that we should do During Sunday’s Pageant of all in our power to derive the New York Host Prayer 184 students of Rosary full benefit from college life. Hill joined D’Youville, Canisius The principal address was To Art Seniors and Niagara to form a living given by the assistant of philos­ In connection with a study of rosary and a tableau, which ophy and mathematics at Niag­ modern art, seniors from the art comprised the emblem of the ara University, the Reverend concentration accompanied by Confraternity and its motto, Joseph S. Breen, C.M. His topic Miss Wanda Lewis, recently “Deus Est,” and the words, was “Don’t Waste It.” Father flew to New York and Washing­ “CCD Honors Mary.” Rosary Breen impressed the students ton to view several art exhibi­ Hill girls, dressed in black aca­ with the fact that every second tions and collections. demic gowns, formed the first must be utilized to derive thé Spending the first three days beads of the rosary, while most out of college life. in New York, the students others, in blue and white, helped Eileen Reagan, Student Gov­ viewed exhibits in the Metropol­ form the emblem. ernment president, presided at itan Museum, the Museum of R osary H ill stu d e n ts also the business meeting and the Modern Art, and the Cloisters. were selected by the school to constitution was read by Isa­ The art students also saw the act as captains of the ushers belle Mercer, Joanne Joseph, Frick Collection and a number during discussion meetings in and Mary K. McCracken. The of private collections, as well as the Hotel Statler September 29. meeting was closed with the en­ an outdoor exhibit in Green­ They were: Eileen Reagan, Stu­ wich Village. Ending their tour Martha Resch, Dea McKenna, and Celine Cooley, (l. to r.) head dent Government president; Kay tire student body singing the Mock National Election Committee. Alma Mater. in Washington, the students Kearns, vice president; Elaine visited the Mellon Museum, the The Mock National Election and enthusiasm of Mr. Rayburn Navagh, president of the CCD National Galleries and Dumbar­ Committee, the first to be himself. On the rostrum for the Club; Joanne Palisano, Anajean ton Oaks. formed on Rosary Hill’s cam­ “Ike-Likers” is Martha Resch. Zurek, Mary Lou Orlando and October Dates Slated Accompanying M iss Lew is pus, has undertaken to alleviate October 25 is the date set for Ann Bitton. were Sue Moore, Kay Leitten, and combat the lethargic atti­ active party speeches; interna­ In addition five Rosary Hill For Weekend Retreats Mary Paul Kennedy, Mary Joan tude that many Americans have tional relations, the farm issue, students attended the afternoon This year the annual retreats Hassett, Evie Cappellini and toward voting. big business and little business meetings of the Congress, ac­ on campus are taking place in Mary Manzella. This group headed by Dea are among the topics the par­ companied by Sister M. Justa, the fall. The first one will be The entire art concentration is McKenna is presenting a Mock ties will discuss in their three O.S.F., CCD Club moderator. conducted by Rev. Timothy now working on displays for the National Election, October 25. allotted speeches. The group included Elaine, Ana­ Catholic Youth Council. Quinn, O.F.M., on October 12 At the October 11 assembly, The words the girls use will jean, Judy Clark, Polly Perez and 13 for the sophomores and Mr. Richard Rebadow, Assistant be familiar to all, for they have and Betty Liotti. the juniors. Rev. Frederick Mc- Director of the Buffalo Airport, The theme of the Congress ASSEMBLY SCHEDULE shadowed Ike and Adali since Kever, O.F.M., will conduct the spoke on the importance of the the conventions. The message was a plea for what Pope Pius second retreat on October 19 October 18 — Class Meetings individual vote, gearing the cam­ they convey will be familiar — X once described as the thing and 20 for the freshman class. October 25 — Mock Election Convention paign into motion. but perhaps this time it will most necessary to save society: The annual closed senior re­ November 8 — Philharmonic Quartet Celine Cooley is at the wheel mean something. “in each parish a group of lay­ treat will again be held at Stella November 15 — Miss Elizabeth Reed for the Democrats and is steer­ men . . . virtuous, well-in­ Niagara in mid-semester. ing their campaign with the skill “Let’s get out and vote!” structed and really apostolic.” Page Two THE ASCENT October 12, 1956 of Toronto and the Pontifical In­ R H Delegates Join College Welcomes stitute of Medieval Studies in Xhe Toronto. Other US Students New Instructors Miss Dorothy Condon, instruc­ tor in secretarial studies, is an In Nat'l Conventions Rosary Hill College extends a ROSARY HILL COLLEGE—SNYDER, NEW YORK alumna of Rosary Hill College. NSA warm and sincere welcome to Sister M. Fidelis, O.S.F., new the new faculty members for Editor-in-Chief ...... Margery Kita At the Ninth National Con­ instructor in theology, received this year. Assistant Editor Julianne Brown gress of the United States Na­ her degree from St. Bonaven­ Feature Editor Delia McKenna tional Student Association held Father Joseph J. Weber, chap­ ture University. She has trav­ Business Manager ...... Maureen Corcoran at the University of Chicago, lain and theology instructor, eled extensively in Europe. News Editor Judy Hedger August 21-31, Rosary Hill Col­ was ordained June 11, 1938 from And let us hot forget to say Circulation Managers ...... Joan Waldmann lege was represented by Carol the Seminary of Our Lady of goodbye to four we will miss on Betty Martin Kobza, Caroline Ernst and Angels at Niagara University. campus this year: Father Felix Photography Director ...... Sheila Cotter Eileen Reagan. Father is pastor at St. Augus­ Reitlingshofer, O.F.M., theology Photographer Mr. Theodore Fremy During the first six days of tine’s Church, Clarence Center, instructor and chaplain; Sister Contributors and Typists the Congress, delegates met in N.Y., and has been assistant M. Marion, O.S.F., mathematics commission and sub-commission pastor at Holy Name Church, concentration chairman; Sister Patricia Keilt, Donna Mahaney, Joan Arhardt, Bobbi Myslinski, Seven Dolors Church, Holy Re­ Mary Lou Mulhern, Barbare Piteo, Judy Walker, Sue Formhals, groups, divided according to the M. Jeanne, O.S.F., art concen­ major interest areas of N.S.A. deemer Church and St. Joseph’s tration head; and Mr. John Con­ JoAnn Werner, Julie Patterson, Betsy Ahrens, Pat Wilkiewicz, Parish, Albion, N.Y. Besides Barbara Brodziak, Joan Kelly, Rosemarie Lanza, Estelle Palmer, The adoption of a policy dec­ nor, chairman of the sociology this Father served with the department. May they meet Mary Grace Randazzo. laration on the purpose of Stu­ dent Government and the con­ Army for nine years. Two years with the best of luck this year, tinuation of the Foreign Student of this time were spent in and with God’s help, succeed in Leadership Program through Europe and two years in Korea. whatever they attempt. which student leaders from a- Sister M. Justa, head of the broad are invited to live on mathematics concentration, is a American campuses was passed. graduate from St. Bonaventure Youths Help With A three day meeting which University. Prior to this year brought student presidents from Sister taught in Charleston, W. Social Problems When the Student Council this year chose the most of the major U.S. universi­ Virginia. On October 26-30, the Diocese prayer of St. Francis of Assisi as the prayer to convene ties, provided opportunity for Mr. Charles Barresi, a 1953 of Buffalo will be host to the discussion of the philosophy of graduate of the University of National Conference of Catholic all Student Government functions, one was chosen Student Government as well as Buffalo, is the new head of the Charities and the St. Vincent de which truly reflects the spirit of Rosary Hill and its the exchange of practical ideas sociology concentration. Paul Society, at the Hotel Stat- Franciscan ideals. for the improvement of campus Miss Wanda Lewis, instructor ler. Each of the short phrases in this prayer of peace is life. in art, received her B.A. degree Rosary Hill College has been from the college of New Ro­ asked to chair a panel. The topic a way of self-sacrifice which is basically charity and res chelle in 1951 and is working to­ for discussion will be “Who friendliness. It is in this basic way that the prayer of The Young Christian Students ward a master’s degree in phil­ Runs Your Life—You or Your St. Francis is paralleled with life at Rosary Hill. Convention held at Notre Dame osophy. She has studied at Cath­ Crowd?” Miss Martha Jane The cordial spirit of RH students is one of the fore­ University on August 15-17, was olic University, Washington, D. Buchheit, vice-president of the attended by representatives C.; Fairfield University, Fair- senior class will be the chair­ most impressions incoming students receive when be­ from Rosary Hill, Dorothy Gates field, Conn.; and the University man. ginning college life on campus. It is the combining on and . Joanne Joseph. the part of upper-classmen of a willingness to help with Three conferences were held an unselfish attitude, that gives new students a feeling each day covering such subjects as “What Y.C.S. Groups Have Dear Fellow Students: of belonging to a student community which was pre­ Done”; “Why the World Needs viously foreign. Apostles”; and “Why Your Col­ Now that the opening formalities of the scholastic year In this short prayer, St> Francis has given us a way lege Needs Apostles.” are over and Field Day fun has given place to term papers and tests, let us pause briefly to reconsider our aims as stu­ of life and a purpose for it. Both have been adapted to The closing address, delivered by the most Rev. Joseph Fran­ dents of Rosary Hill College. our student community in an endeavor to make the new cis Rummel, STD, LLD, covered Most of us decided to attend college because of a desire welcome. This true spirit of giving of self is felt by all the thought provoking problem to become more fully developed individuals. We chose Rosary who have become a part of Rosary Hill, and with the of “Racial Prejudice”. Hill because we knew that we would be offered a complete help of St. Francis may it always remain. education — spiritual, intellectual and social. To be offered SSCA an education is one thing — to become educated is another. The Sodality of Rosary Hill The difference lies in personal effort. No amount of work on College was represented at the the part of the Faculty and Administration will lead us to Sister M. Angela, O.S.F., wishes to express her apprecia­ Summer School of Catholic Ac­ integrity of life unless we cooperate — “for it is in giving tion to the Student Government Association for the “felicita­ tion by Prefect Anajean Zurek that we receive”. tions, greetings and gifts” received for her name day, and Vice-Prefect Elizabeth Li- Our convocation speakers set an appropriate tone when August 2. otti. This four day special ses­ they advised us to make the most of our college years by The students presented Sister with $500, with which to sion of the S.S.C.A., held in New working hard in our studies and extending ourselves in the furnish a future chapel in Alverno Hall, and a small wood York City, for collegians and co-curricular field. The theme set up by the Student Council carving of St. Anthony. nurses, was the first of its type also stresses the importance of becoming intimately involved in 26 years. in the process of education. The busy schedule included Opportunities for this type of mature participation are courses in the spiritual forma­ unlimited on Rosary Hill Campus. In the strictly academic Ghosts to Go Social tion of Sodalists, mental prayer, area we are encouraged by small classes and excellent library S G A President essentials of a true Sodality, and facilities. The Activities Committee System provides a variety RH Choice for the Sodality probation period. In of outlets for us as individuals to utilize our talents and give At Halloween Party addition to classes, the SSCA practical expression to our interests in a manner which bene­ For those who dare to mix offered a Welcome Dance at fits each of us personally and the college community in gen­ Flower Queen Marymount College, a Variety Eileen Reagan, Student Gov­ with the unknown on the night eral. The Mock National Election Committee now actively Show, a moonlight sail around operating is an excellent example of how this system works. ernment President, has been of October 31, the Sodality of Rosary Hill will have its tradi­ Manhattan, and a Farewell Soon we shall be hearing from the Catholic Youth Week and selected by Rosary Hill to com­ Dance. pete for the title of Buffalo tional Halloween Party. The Career Day groups. Flower Queen. social room of Marian Library Your Student Council is edified by the enthusiastic in­ will be “spooking” with cos­ NFCC5 terest you have shown so far this year and hopes it will in­ The queen will be chosen by NFCCS on campus will aim tumes of all sorts and to the crease with the passing months. Please make your Council a the United Florists of Western this year toward an extension most outstanding one, a prize truly representative body by bringing your ideas, criticisms New York during National of its services to the entire stu­ will be given. and comments to us. We, in return, will endeavor to assist Flower Week, October 28-No- dent body, as a result of a each of you in the fulfillment of your goals as a student so vember 4. She will be presented General Chairman is Joan broader concept of the Federa­ that we may all more closely approach the Marian-Francis- with a token of her achievement Donoghue, with the following tion established at its National and receive recognition over Sodalists in charge of various Congress August 28-September can ideals of Rosary Hill College. radio and television and in the committees: Joanne Joseph, 1 in Cleveland. Sincerely, tickets; Carol Kobza, decora­ newspapers. The body, in effect, maintained Eileen Reagan Candidates are selected on the tions; Judy Clark, refreshments; that commissions and clubs, Student Council President. basis of their scholastic ability Pat O’Neil and Joan Waldmann, though important, were not its and enthusiastic participation in entertainment; and Judy Hed­ campus and civic activities. ger, clean-up. (continued on page 4) October 12, 1956 THE ASCENT Page Three Club to Offer Dance Sparks Frosh Capture Field Day Trophy The annual Field Day, di­ New Sports Social Whirl rected by Mary Ann Phillips, President Mary Ann Phillips With the theme of autumn commenced with the traditional recently announced that the carried out in characteristic rally which preceded all the Athletic Club has greatly ex­ colors of rust and gold, the sports events. Seniors, juniors, panded its program from former SGA welcomed its fellow stu­ sophomores and freshmen por­ years. dents with a “Back to Campus” trayed Scottish, saint, army, and “Roaring 20’s” themes respec­ Archery lessons started Sat­ dance held in the social room. Co-chairing the first social tively, carried out by musical urday, September 29, and will parodies. be continued throughout the event of the year were Eileen Reagan and Kathleen Kearns. Tennis matches started the year. The bowling season began sports events, followed by a Monday night, October 1, at The music of Eddie Diem’s country race, balloon throwing Canisius High School and will orchestra spirited the autumn contest and baseball games. All be held monthly. Swimming is scene. Compliments for decora­ classes took part until all but to be held three times a semes­ tions go to Mary Paul Kennedy, the winners were eliminated. ter in the Amherst High School Joanne Palisano, Carol Kobza, The class of ’60, a spirited swimming pool. Sue Moore, Margery Kita and group of flappers, took top An added attraction will be Evelyn Cappellini. Also serving honors in all events except base­ on committees were Isabelle the Sports Dinner which will be ball, which was won by the His Holiness Pope Pius XII held in the spring. On this oc­ Mercer — music and arrange­ seniors. casion trophies will be presented ments, Joanne Joseph and to the outstanding girls in each Dorothy Moran — refreshments, NFCCS European Tour sport. Mary Kay McCracken — tickets STUDENT DELEGATES and Claire Siegel and Anita An­ Last spring the club elected derson—publicity. MEET AT ERIE PA. Invaluable Experience its officers for the year. They Betty Martin, Martha Resch are president, Mary Ann Phil­ A special thanks goes to our and Joanne Palisano attended By JOANNE PALISANO lips; vice-president, Kathryn chaperones, Mr. and Mrs. Fran­ the N.F.C.C.S. Lake Erie Re­ It was June 27, 1956 — the place — Hoboken, New Miller; and secretary-treasurer, cis J. Reagan and Mr. and Mrs. gional Council meeting held Jersey. I was a solitary figure armed with two suitcases Ann Bittar. Nelson M. Mercer. Sunday, September 23, at Gan­ non College, Erie, Pennsylvania. filled with drip-dry’s, Fielding’s Guide, and one large Betty is recording secretary of bottle of sea-sick pills, walking the gangplank to a the region. Joanne and Martha waiting ship. My destination — a summer in Europe. are senior and junior delegates Seventy-five days of fascination and excitement. from Rosary Hill. Our ship, the S.S. Groote not to buy such things as beer At the meeting plans were Beer, carried 850 college stu­ mugs in Heidelberg, leather formulated for the Regional dents on a special all-student goods in Italy, watches in Congress to be held October 19- sailing to Europe. All activities Switzerland and toreadors and 21, at Niagara University. were channeled into the inter­ lace mantillas in Spain. ests of college students: lan­ Eating in Europe is a leisure­ guage lessons, panels and dis­ ly affair. Waiters are artists in Frenzied Frosh cussions on Europe, talent shows serving and this occupation is a Succumb to and the inevitable Dixieland respected one. Generally, the Willy's Words Band. Since our ship was of the food was not radically different Holland-American line, we had from ours but it was exception­ In the annual tradition of our first introduction to Euro­ ally well prepared and served in Rosary Hill College the “new peans in the form of the Dutch unending courses. Ice cream and frosh” were put through the crew. Each and every one of beautifully decorated and deli­ tasks of initiation week. The them treated us cordially and cious pastries were reserved for theme, being in accordance with Maureen Fennie, Sandra Cheavacci, Joanne Uebelhoer, Eileen Wolf, made our trip as pleasant as afternoons when most people a “proper English” setting, was Janet Meindl, Ann Meranto, Kathy Dooley, Nannette Tyrell, (l. to r.) possible even to the extent of gathered at side-walk cafes. that of William Shakespeare’s serving us breakfast in bed and in the other wing is being used works. Portraying one of the serenading us with “Down by Americans in Europe soon First Residents as the dining room. A grand three witches of Macbeth, Grace the Riverside” in Dutch. realize the vast contrast be­ piano has been the center of at­ Ritz presented in royal style, We docked in Rotterdam, Hol­ tween American and European Initiate Alverno traction not only in the lounge each of the 134 freshmen with land, amidst a galaxy of colored living. Europeans enjoy life On September 16 twenty- but throughout the hall. There a dink. The entire week passed streamers. A group of students down to the simplest of things three students began another are four pianists who provide with daily verses of “Willie’s from the University of Leiden, and even the poorest of men ap­ “first” on the campus of Rosary excellent entertainment for all. Wise Words” for the day, which who were our guides in Holland, preciate nature, art and music. I Hill. By September 22 the num­ As soon as Indian summer wpre the do’s and don’ts for our greeted us as we disembarked cannot recall meeting or seeing ber had reached the total of 27. sets in, the students will enjoy very much confused freshmen. and presented each of us with any Europeans who appeared These students were the first to to the fullest the broad sun-deck The credit for these “Wise a floral corsage. prosperous, yet they were happy take up residence in Alverno that connects the east with the Words” was given to the sopho­ I cannot attempt to describe and content despite the fact that Hall. west wing. more class officers Claire Siegel, all the unforgettable sights we they rode bicycles instead of Despite the inconvenience of Eventually the huge basement Ellen Klausman, Patricia Wil- saw or to tell of the people we driving cars, ate bread instead certain unfinished parts of the area will hold much more than kiewicz, and Kathy Daly. met and the friends we left be­ of cake, and wore dark plain clothing. Hall, the students found them­ the laundry rooms. Possibilities On October 10 parodies of hind. No description can do jus­ selves delightfully distracted of recreation rooms have al­ Shakespeare were presented by tice to the feelings of wonder Now Europe is but a memory, and pleasantly fascinated by the ready been well discussed. the freshmen, and in return for and awe we felt as we realized and I have only vivid pictures attractive surroundings. Since their good sportsmanship, re­ that we were actually seeing the in my mind and a scrapbook the Hall was a former resi­ freshments were served to a greatest sights in the world, over-flowing with menus and dence, much of the homey at­ well-deserving group. Galway Bay, Monte Carlo, gon­ other trifles. Yet what I have is mosphere has been preserved. The formal welcome took place dolas in Venice and Fatima. Nor invaluable. If you had seen the The rooms have been re-decor­ RH Instructors on October 10 with the tradition­ can I re-live in words the mo­ sun set over the Lakes of Kil- ated in feminine pastels with al Cap and Gown ceremony. The mentous events, our audience arney, felt the fogginess of Lon­ blonde furnishings carrying out Are Promoted ceremony commenced at 7:30 with the Holy Father, seeing don at night, the awesomeness the theme of beauty in simpli­ Three faculty members re­ p.m. with Father Joseph Weber Paris lighted up at night, kiss­ of Rome, sat on the Riviera, city. Although some girls share ceived promotions effective Sep­ officiating at the blessing of the ing the Blarney Stone, riding in heard the singing at Lourdes or a room, there are many who en­ tember 1, Sister M. Angela, caps and gowns. After the a horse and buggy at dusk in walked close to heaven atop the joy the quiet and solitude of a O.S.F., president of the college, candles were lit, the procession Rome. Swiss Alps — then I’m sure you single room, if one enjoys quiet has announced. was led from the social room. At Except in England and Ire­ would agree with me. and solitude in a resident hall. They are John T. Masterson, the statue of Our Lady, the land we traveled throughout the One of the largest rooms of advanced from assistant to as­ freshmen with their “big sis­ continent in one bus which we the house has been converted sociate professor of English; ters” joined in the singing of quickly began to consider as our into a lounge. This room has a Mrs. Marion E. Elmer, raised “Hail, Holy Queen,” and then home away from home. “Mud thrown is ground lost.” two fold attraction; one: French from instructor to assistant pro­ returned to the social room Most of our time was spent doors that lead to the other fessor of education, and James where Sylvia Fleissner and her sightseeing but I must admit “Co-operate; remember the wing; two: a huge open fire­ K. Kuo, advanced from instruc­ committee had arranged for re­ that shopping was also a part banana — every time it leaves place. The room that matches it tor to assistant professor of art. freshments to be served. of our trip. It was impossible the bunch it gets skinned.” Page Four THE ASCENT October 12, 1956 NFCCS (continued from page 2) ^¿ttcvUtteà only means of service, and By DEA McKENNA placed emphasis on national pro­ FINCERET BROS. jects, policy making, and cam­ Hi, ivy people! A special welcome from the rest of pus-wide activities in an effort to reach a greater number of Better Foods for us to the 134 new ivy plants received by Rosary Hill students. last month. We hope your growth here will be the re­ Rosary Hill was represented at sult of much sunshine and little rain. the Congress by Martha Resch, Better Living Judy Hedger, Helen Pacini, Gloria Palisano, and Judy Clark. Make the most of your 18 classes per week; we’ve yet to find a better way to rest up between w eek-ends. D on’t worry about this Buffalo weather out-of-towners . . . it’s here to stay ! ! ! QUALITY, PRICE - SERVICE SINCE 1928 Vote for POGO! President Announces Annual Concert Date Phone CLeveland 1300 Local collegians seem to be boycotting, The Daemon Mothers Club en masse, the “milk for health” ad. They will sponsor a concert in Klein- consider it an attempt to poison Ivies. Good point. A serious threat hans Music Hall November 23 to Plato’s Republic is Cel Cooley’s adaptation of Milton’s “Paradise 477-481 ELLICOTT ST. BUFFALO 3, N. Y. Lost” (1952) and “Paradise Regained” (1956) . . . she hopes. On as their main project for the the other side of the fence, Martha Resch says “Hike for Ike, you year. won’t wear out your shoes.” Mrs. Kenneth B. Leitten, Pres­ Did you hear about the deus ex machina that threw the ident, will act as honorary chair­ switch in the dorm just as the young gallants arrived to take the girls to the Back-to-Campus dance? If it weren’t so dark, maybe man. Mrs. William H. Formhals some Clark Kent could have proved that this dramatic device is chairman and Mrs. Albert P. wasn’t non-corporeal at all! (Unfortunately, it all turned out to be Salter, Mrs. Edward J. Brechtel no less exciting than a blown fuse.) and Mrs. William M. Connelly We don’t know what all the fuss was about when a noble junior fell into Ellicott Creek during the Junior-FrbsH picnic. She are co-chairmen. was merely showing the Frosh boarders what not to do as they Fink Construction Co., Inc. crossed the creek near the dorm. Thanks Pat; the mortality rate has been low. Our thanks to Father Weber, too, for satisfying our feminine curiosity about himself the first day of class- Just one more ques­ College Guild Plans tion Father . . . are you Steve Allen’s brother ? 276 HIHMAN AVENUE It seems that “trench coats cover a multitude of girls” here Luncheon, Meeting on campus. Couldn’t we wear them inside out for a week or so jpst for a little change ? The College Guild members of BUFFALO 23, NEW YORK It seems there’s a pretty confused little girl in junior phil­ Rosary Hill have set aside No­ osophy. Among her collection of summer jobs, two of them con­ vember 8 and 13 to carry out sisted in helping to write philosophy books. Welcome back to their November programs. Aquinas, Joan! A luncheon at Sattlers, which BUILDERS OF MARIAN LIBRARY is open to members and friends of the organization, will be held Oh t&c *£evel: Thursday, November 8. It is Congratulations . . . sponsored by the officers and . . i to Mary Rogers, Silver Dollar queen Frank X. Fink, President Rl. 1367-68 runner-up last summer . . . to that chiffonlike stuff that fluttered board, under the direction of down on us last month, (we never thought you’d make it in Sep­ Mrs. Walter J. Archibald and tember!) . . . to the student who doesn’t lament that “college ia Mrs. Edward G. Eberl. working its way through me” . . . to the class of ’60 for its ex­ The regular meeting of the cellent display of spirit on field day. Guild will be on November 13, to be followed by a costume party in Marian Library with D . J . MEAD & SONS, INC. the Mmes. Charles P. Trapp as Seen and heard . . . chairman and Alvah T. Connolly, Wholesale Paper Dealers .... Kay Kearns trying to railroad a co-chairman. new law through council — charcoal hots 1411 WILLIAM STREET during every class . . . Judy Clark threaten­ MO 5842 Buffalo, New York ing the literary position of Bill the Bard . . A freshman seen with her blouse collar over her sweater — (bad ivy manners) . . . Joan Collins messing up RH’s nicest Campus Acquires .. mud puddles . . . a sophomore still majoring in pinochle . . . an PLaza 5092 Ascent staff member inflicting trite phrases and obsolete terms on A motion picture projector readers . . . and screen and a new slide ma­ chine will enable RHers to be VILLAGE TARTAN SHOP SMITHER LONG DRUG “Watching the World Go By.” FRANCES E. WILLIAMS - 5426 MAIN ST. - WILLIAMSVILLE, N. Y. CORP. CASUAL CLOTHES • ACCESSORIES • LINGERIE Eggertsville, New York An electric organ in Rosary Hall Telephone AM. 1111 will enable thoughts to ascend “On the Wings of Beautiful Main & Leroy, Buffalo Music.” The cafeteria now sports SMITHER’S SMITHER & HILL DRUG a Pepsi-Cola machine so stu­ RELIABLE PHARMACIES CO., INC. Telephone PA. 1111 dents can “Drink, Drink, Drink.” “I Could Have Danced All Night,” will be the refrain sung BESIC LITHOGRAPH by the freshman dance classes with the acquisition of black DIVISION OF COPPOLAS leotards. 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